Names for India - Wikipedia
The Republic of India is principally known by two official short names: India and Bharat. An unofficial third name is Hindustan, which is widely used throughout North India. Although these …
What does Bharat mean and is India really set to change its name?
Sep 11, 2023 · So what does Bharat mean and why do some people in India want to officially rename their country? The name Bharat is an ancient Sanskrit word that many historians …
Why India's government wants to change the country's name to 'Bharat …
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has replaced India with the Sanskrit word ‘Bharat’ in dinner invitations sent for the Group of 20 summit, in a move that echoes with his Hindu …
India, that is Bharat: A short history of the nation's names
Sep 9, 2023 · India was Bharata, the holy land of the Hindus, and it is not without significance that the great places of Hindu pilgrimage are situated in the four corners of India — the extreme …
India or Bharat: What’s behind the dispute over the country’s name?
Sep 6, 2023 · Controversy has gripped India after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government referred to the country as Bharat on official invitations, leaving many wondering whether the …
What is the meaning of Bharat, India’s other official name?
Sep 5, 2023 · In the nutshell, “Bharat” is a name that reflects India’s ancient history, culture, and traditions. While both “India” and “Bharat” are used officially and colloquially, “Bharat” carries a …
Where Did 'Bharat' Come From? Tracing Origin of Bharatvarsh
Sep 6, 2023 · The term ‘Bharat’ has been in use since millenniums and the term also appears in Jain and Hindu mythologies as “Bharat Varsh", region of Bharata. However, the most popular …
How India got its name, Bharat? The story of India’s original name
Feb 6, 2025 · According to some ancient texts, India was named after King Bharata, who is considered one of the most revered and powerful monarchs in Indian history. King Bharata, …
India: what does Bharat mean - country name change explained
Sep 6, 2023 · Disputes over “India” versus “Bharat” have gained ground since opposition parties in July announced a new alliance - called INDIA - to unseat Modi and defeat his party ahead of …
From India to Bharat: A brief history of the many names of
Sep 5, 2023 · The origins of Bharat “Bharat,” “Bharatvarsha” and “Bharata” are the earliest recorded names and their roots are traced to Mahabharata and the Puranic literature. …